HomeMy WebLinkAbout1956-02-16; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
February 16, 1956
The meeting was called to order at 7:45 P.M. by Chairman Westree,
Present besides the Chairman were Commissioners Christiansen, Stuart,
Huntington, Felt, Nielson and McClellanj also City Manager Nelson,
The minutes of the meeting of January 19, 1956 were reviewed and,
after discussion of several points, were approved as written.
Secretary read correspondence as follows:
(1) letter from the Arroy Seco Golf Course, Pasadena, California,
dated February 13, 1956, discussing the possibility of a golf course in the
City to be constructed and operated without obligation or expense to the
City. After discussion, Commissioners Huntington and McClellan were appointed
to look into the matter to see if the Commission should explore the idea further.
Chairman Westree presented a bill, in the amount of $5.00, for plants
purchased from the Pioneer Nursery and also called attention to the fact that
the trees for the Park had been secured at a total price of $214.00 which is
$14.,00 in excess of the amount previously authorized by the Commission,
Authorization for these transactions was requested, Comm, McClellan moved
the approval of the $5,00 bill and the additional expenditure of $14,00
over and above the last authorization. Seconded by Comm, Felt, All ayes.
Motion carried.
Chairman Westree presented a request for tree trimming on a large
Pepper tree located on the K. Baird property at 2777 Jefferson Street, He
informed the Commission that, after inspection, it was his recommendation
that the trimming be authorized as the branches extend into the street and
create a menace to traffic. The owner has indicated his willingness to
furnish some labor for the trimming. By common consent, the Commission
authorized this trimming and Chairman Westree and Comm. Stuart volunteered
to accompany the Public Works Director to point out the branches to be trimmed.
The committee assignments were reviewed and it was decided that
the various duties of the Commission should be equally delegated to members
in order that each may be an important part of the group and be informed on
the Commission's activities.
Chairman Westree read a postcard from Edward Gastelum, 1098 Magnolia,
pointing out the disadvantages of the Cocas Plumosa as a replacement tree for
Elm Avenue and suggesting the Seaforthia Elegance, It was pointed out that
this tree is not a Sturdy, type and will not stand the winds and for that reason
would not be a desirable choice.
Chairman Westree presented a card from Mrs. Rose M. Howe, San Diego,
offering for sale to the City, two Palm Trees on her property, Comm. Stuart
moved that this letter be acknowledged and thank her for her trouble and inform
her that the trees have already been purchased. Seconded by Comm. Christiansen,
All ayes. Motion carried.
Chairman Westree presented a list of the proposed spacing arrangement
for the trees on Elm Avenue as follows: Roosevelt to Madison, 8, Madison to
Jefferson, 8, Jefferson to Harding 10, Harding to Freeway, 14, a total of
40 trees, to be spaced approximately 50 to 60 feet apart. After discussion,
Commissioners Felt and Stuart were instructed to contact possible sources of
supply and obtain estimates on the purchase of these trees,
It was brought to the Commission's attention that the planter boxes
at either end of the Parking Lot in the downtown area have not been planted.
After reviewing the letter from the Chamber of Commerce requesting that
these planl/ be filled with dirt and be planted by the Garden Club,
Comm. McGlellan moved that a letter be written to the Chamber of Commerce
requesting that they contact the Garden Club. Seconded by Comm. Felt.
All ayes. Motion carried,
Comm. Huntington reported that members of the Teen-Age Club,
which is being formed at the Pine Street School, have decided to appeal
to the parents to organize and sponsor the Club and will, therefore,
not require the Commission's participation.
Chairman lestree announced receipt of a letter from the Woman's
Club commending the Commission on its efforts to beautify the Park, The
letter will be reviewed at the next meeting,
Chairman Westree informed the Commission that the Woman's Club
have indicated their approval of the proposed location of the rest-rooms
and will offer no opposition to the tentative map. After discussion,
Comm, Christiansen moved that the tentative map of Holiday Park, showing
the various locations of the areas in the Park, including the tool room
and rest-rooms, be prepared and forwarded to the City Council with the
recommendation from this Commission, that is be accepted and the work on
the buildings go forward as soon as possible. Seconded by Comm, Huntington,
All ayes. Motion carried,
Gomm. Stuart presented a .dan for a set of tables and benches
which she obtained from the S^ate Park, San Clemente, Members of the
Commission examined the plans and indicated their approval. After discussion,
Comm, Stuart moved that the Commission take competative bids from Cole C'abinet
Shop and R. L. Watson, on a set of table and benches of this type to be placed
in the Park and that a list of materials and prices be made available so that
local organizations may subscribe a table for the Park. Seconded by Comm,
Nielson, All ayes. Motion carried,
Comm. McClellan moved that a letter of appreciation be written
to the Boy Scouts for their efforts in removing the remaining Avocado trees
in the Park. Seconded by Comra. Huntington. All ayes. Motion carried,
Chairman Vfestree informed the Commission of Mr. Leo Carillo's generous
donation of a Dawn Redwood Tree for the Park. A letter of appreciation will
be forwarded.
Discussion was held on the adoption of rules for the Park. Comm,
Huntington volunteered to obtain a copy of State Park rules and regulations.
After discussion on the preparation of a new tree map, Comm,
Christiansen offered the suggestion that each member survey a specific area
of the City and make notations regarding pruning. Members of the Commission
indicated their approval of such a plan and the various areas were outlined
on a map and sections distributed to each member of the Commission,
A discussion on the beaches was scheduled for the next regular
meeting of the Commission and Commissioner Christiansen was instructed to
contact the State Park Representatives Mr, Kenyon and Mr, Miramontes to
extend an invitation that they attend this meeting to outline the State's
plans for the coming season, Mr. Kenyon will also be requested to submit a
list of State Park rules for the Commission's study,
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the
meeting was adjourned at 10:16 P.M.